What happens when scoliosis goes untreated?

Diagnosis, Featured, Symptoms

If scoliosis goes untreated, it can cause the curvature of the spine to worsen over time, leading to more severe symptoms and potentially affecting the person’s ability to perform daily activities.   Untreated scoliosis can cause a variety of symptoms,...

Effectiveness of Scoliosis Braces: When to Consider Bracing for Your Child

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Scoliosis, characterized by an abnormal curvature of the spine, often requires early intervention to prevent progression and manage symptoms. Bracing is a common non-surgical treatment method employed in pediatric cases. In this medical blog, we will explore the...

What Are The Treatment Options for Scoliosis

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Bracing has historically been the most common option, and is still frequently used in pediatric scoliosis cases where the spinal curve is 20 to 40 degrees. However, in order for bracing to be effective, scoliosis curves must be detected early. Exercise, physical...

How Is Scoliosis Diagnosed

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Manual The most common adolescent screening method has been to manually assess the curvature of the spine while the patient bends over to touch toes. This method can miss up to 30% of cases. MRI Similar to X-rays but without the radiation, MRIs provide detailed images...

What Is Scoliosis

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A healthy human spine is relatively straight when viewed from behind and has a natural S-curve when viewed from the side. A spine with scoliosis bends, rotates, and may twist from that shape. In severe cases this can cause difficulty standing, walking, and breathing....